Business Directory

Playmakers

We’re proud to partner with the Bayshore Marathon to provide all official Bayshore gear! From running apparel to nutrition and other race day essentials, we’ll have everything you need at the Bayshore Expo. Please note that online sales will pause during race week as we prepare to bring our full inventory to Traverse City. You can shop in person on Friday, May 22nd from Noon to 8pm at the Civic Center and on race day near the finish line. Online sales will resume after the event, so be sure to stop by and see us at Bayshore!

Baker College

Baker College is a private, independent, non-profit institution committed to providing accessible, high-quality education for learners across Michigan and online. With six campuses statewide and a strong online presence, Baker College offers more than 80 degree programs ranging from certificates to doctoral degrees across a wide variety of disciplines. Supported by dedicated faculty and a student-centered approach, Baker helps individuals grow, explore new opportunities, and achieve their goals. We are proud to support the Bayshore Marathon and the strong spirit of community it represents.  www.baker.edu

MSUFCU

MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) is proud to serve the Traverse City community with personalized service, innovative financial solutions, and lifelong financial well-being. From everyday checking and savings to loans, mortgages, business services, and convenient digital tools, MSUFCU delivers comprehensive solutions tailored to meet your needs at every stage of life. 

 
Proudly rooted in Michigan, MSUFCU is committed to strengthening the communities we serve. We are honored to support the Bayshore Marathon and celebrate the perseverance, dedication, and community spirit that make this event such a treasured tradition in Traverse City. 

Groove Community Incubator

Grove’s collaborative workspace at Commongrounds is home to entrepreneurs, organizers, artists, and remote workers building meaningful things. 'Whether you need a desk for the day or a place to put down roots, our space offers the focus, flexibility, and community to help ideas grow.

Right Bower Kitchen & Coffee

Right Bower Kitchen & Coffee is a gathering spot on Old Mission Peninsula — part café, part kitchen, part community space. We're serving specialty coffee, scratch-made food, recovery energy shots and smoothies all race weekend, with a special discount for every Bayshore participant: 10% off for 10K runners, 13.1% off for half marathoners, and 26.2% off for full marathon finishers. Just show your bib/entry. 

Located at: 13795 Seven Hills Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

Hours: Mon-Thu 8am-3pm, Fri-Sun 8am-8pm

www.rightbowertc.com | @rightbowertc

Element Longevity

Element Longevity helps runners support their bodies through the demands of training, racing, and recovery with the Element Daily Essentials Protocol. High-mileage training can challenge digestion, gut barrier function, immune signaling, energy metabolism, and the body’s natural inflammatory response, and Daily Essentials is designed to help support these key systems every day. For Bayshore Marathon runners, it offers a simple foundation for digestive comfort, gut health, training resilience, and recovery from the inside out, helping you feel ready for every mile ahead.

Shorts Brewery

Celebrate your Bayshore finish at the Official Bayshore Marathon After Party at the Short’s Pull Barn with us!

Runners, volunteers, family, and friends are invited to gather after the race for a relaxed afternoon with live music, great food, and cold Short’s beer. Live music will kick off at 1:00 PM and run through the afternoon. Participants can enjoy $4 draft beers by showing their finisher medal, and volunteers can receive the same special by showing their event volunteer shirt.

Food trucks will be onsite throughout the afternoon including Osorio Tacos y Salsas and Flannigan’s Goat BBQ, with food available for purchase.

The Pull Barn is the perfect place to celebrate your race, reconnect with friends, and enjoy the Bayshore weekend atmosphere.

Traverse City Pit Spitters

The Traverse City Pit Spitters deliver one of the best summer sports experiences in Northern Michigan. From high level Northwoods League baseball to family friendly entertainment, every game at Turtle Creek Stadium offers an energetic atmosphere that brings the community together. Fans can enjoy themed nights, great food and beverages, interactive promotions, and a fun ballpark environment that appeals to all ages. Whether you are a lifelong baseball fan or simply looking for a great summer evening with friends and family, the Pit Spitters provide an exciting and affordable experience right in the heart of Traverse City.

King Orchards 

At King Orchards, we’re proud to be a family-owned farm nestled in the heart of Northern Michigan. We’ve been growing some of the region’s finest fruits, including cherries, apples, peaches, and berries, right on our farm since 1980. We also produce our popular tart cherry concentrate, known for its natural health benefits and delicious flavor. Whether you're a local or a visitor in town for the race, we welcome you to experience the taste of Michigan with us! 

To all Bayshore Marathon participants we are offering Free shipping over $30 on any online purchase with code: BAYSHORE2026 .

Visit us! 

• M88 Market: Home Farm 4620 N M-88, Central Lake, MI - Open All Year

• US31 Market: Fruit Stop 986 US-31, Kewadin, MI - Open May through October

Third Coast Bakery

Third Coast Bakery creates gourmet specialty baked goods that are allergy-safe and lifestyle-friendly. All of our products are gluten-free, dairy-free and soy-free; 99% are also vegan! Please visit our FAQs page for complete details on our product lines.

Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, celiac, gluten-sensitive, lactose intolerant, or simply health conscious, Third Coast Bakery will set your taste buds free!